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KS08 YNW

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

181,892 mi
Last recorded181,892 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 YNW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 181,892 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 166,591 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 154,929 miles

front exhaust flexi section slightly detioriated

Pass 25 Nov 2020 143,270 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 143,270 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 128,940 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn to limit...225/45ZR17

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 114,777 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 93,304 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 93,304 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 65,895 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 60,692 miles

n/s/f and o/s/r tyre worn on the inside wall

Pass 3 Apr 2014 55,194 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 50,614 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 40,597 miles

offside rear tyre is starting to wear close to tread indicators

Pass 27 May 2011 30,732 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 30,732 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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KS08 YNW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS08 YNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KS08 YNW registered?

KS08 YNW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is KS08 YNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 YNW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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